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Africa eSIM — reviews & details

Africa 1GB 7Days · 1 GB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $8.55
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Botswana Mascom 3G Orange 4G
  • Burkina Faso Orange 4G
  • Central African Republic Orange 3G
  • Chad Airtel 4G
  • Cote d'Ivoire Orange 4G
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo Orange 4G Airtel 4G
  • Egypt Orange 5G Etisalat 5G
  • Eswatini Swazi MTN 4G Swazi Mobile 4G
  • Gabon Airtel 4G
  • Ghana Vodafone 4G MTN 4G AirtelTigo 3G
  • Guinea-Bissau MTN Areeba 3G
  • Kenya Airtel 5G
  • Liberia Lonestar Cell MTN 4G
  • Madagascar Airtel 4G
  • Malawi Airtel 4G
  • Mali Orange 5G
  • Morocco Orange Morocco 4G
  • Niger Orange 3G Airtel 3G
  • Nigeria MTN 5G Airtel 4G
  • Republic of the Congo Airtel 4G
  • Reunion Orange 5G
  • Senegal Orange 4G
  • Seychelles Airtel 4G
  • South Africa MTN 5G Vodacom 4G Cell C 4G Telkom 4G
  • Sudan MTN 4G
  • Tanzania Airtel 5G Vodacom 5G
  • Tunisia Orange 5G
  • Uganda Airtel 4G MTN 4G
  • Zambia Airtel 5G MTN 4G

Traveller reviews

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Somchai S.

Portugal · Aug 2026

✓ Verified

Connected the moment I landed in Africa. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Sara Sara eSIM TopUp Support · 2 days ago

Really appreciate this, Somchai! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Linh L.

Japan · Aug 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara eSIM TopUp Support · 2 days ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support

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Aisha F.

Malaysia · Aug 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace eSIM TopUp Support · 2 days ago

Thanks a lot, Aisha! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. – Grace 💜

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Somchai N.

Australia · Aug 2026

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Did the job without any drama in Africa. Customer support answered my question quickly.

David David eSIM TopUp Support · 3 days ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – David, eSIM TopUp Support

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Zoe W.

New Zealand · Aug 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

David David eSIM TopUp Support · 4 days ago

So glad to hear this, Zoe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – David 💜

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Sophia N.

Netherlands · Aug 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Africa. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Grace Grace eSIM TopUp Support · 4 days ago

Thank you so much, Sophia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. – Grace 💜

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Sofia W.

Mexico · Aug 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Africa. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sara Sara eSIM TopUp Support · 6 days ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sara 💜

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Haruto B.

India · Aug 2026

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Ken Ken eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Haruto. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Ken

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Nadia B.

Sweden · Aug 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Anna Anna eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Really appreciate this, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ravi V.

Egypt · Aug 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Ingrid Ingrid eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thanks a lot, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Africa. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support

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Omar K.

Brazil · Aug 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thank you for the kind words, Omar! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support

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Lucia B.

Switzerland · Aug 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.

Tom Tom eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Really appreciate this, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom 💜

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Sophia M.

Thailand · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Sophie Sophie eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thank you so much, Sophia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Africa. — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support

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Emma N.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thank you for taking the time, Emma. Glad it mostly worked for you in Africa — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Yuki 💜

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Daniel R.

Australia · Jul 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Omar Omar eSIM TopUp Support · 1 week ago

Thanks a lot, Daniel! So happy the Africa eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Africa eSIM cost?

The Africa 1GB 7Days plan costs $8.55 for 1 GB over 7 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Africa eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the eSIM TopUp app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Africa.

Will this eSIM work on my phone?

It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.

Can I keep my regular number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Africa.

Comments & questions

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Sven D. · 3 weeks ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

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Min-jun K. · 1 month ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Sofia W. · 2 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Lucia M. · 3 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Giulia T. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Ravi P. · 5 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

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Lea V. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

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Somchai T. · 6 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Ravi M. · 7 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Pablo L. · 8 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

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Giulia F. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Isabella W. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?